Arborists
Optimal Small Flowering Trees for Limited Spaces
Incorporating trees into your landscape enhances aesthetic appeal, provides shade, and contributes structure to your garden. However, not every garden has the space for large, towering trees, and in densely planted areas, excessive shade can hinder the growth of sun-loving plants like tomatoes. For over a decade, Arbortek Tree Service has been guiding San Jose…
Read MoreWhat Should I Do With All This Grapefruit?
So you’ve got a grapefruit tree (or more?) just bursting with fruit and you’re starting to wonder what exactly you’re going to do with it all. Well don’t worry, because Arbotek has got some great ideas you can use to make sure that none of that delicious fruit goes to waste. The simplest way to…
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Choosing the Right Fruit Tree for Your Garden
Dreaming of plucking fresh fruit right from your backyard? Planting and growing fruit trees can be straightforward and rewarding if you choose the right tree and plant at the optimal time. Here’s how to select the perfect fruit tree for your garden and enjoy delicious, healthy snacks directly from the branch. 1. Assess Your Soil…
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The Essential Guide to Olive Tree Care
Olive trees are a striking and iconic addition to many California landscapes. Known for their sculptural form, silvery-green foliage, and resilience in warm climates, they are commonly used in both residential and commercial properties to create a refined, Mediterranean-inspired look. While olive trees are well-suited to California’s climate, they do require thoughtful planning and ongoing…
Read MoreWhy Removing Deadwood Is Worth Every Penny
As we discussed in our previous blog on how to winterize trees, we explained that a tree is still alive and needs to remain healthy during dormant season. Removing deadwood is a vital part of the tree winterizing process. Let’s discuss why we remove deadwood from trees… Deadwood removal is preventative tree care. It…
Read MoreHow To Spot Tree Disease, Before It’s Too Late!
Do you know how to spot tree disease? You probably already know many of the benefits of trees: that they’re a crucial part of the environment – providing shade, oxygen, and animal habitats; that they bring beauty and fullness to most any landscape; and of course, that they can add dramatically to both the curb…
Read MoreROI on Trees? Make Your Tree Investment Count!
Trees are, without a doubt, one of the earth’s greatest natural resources. The environmental, social, and mental benefits are so great that hospitals are increasingly bringing in gardens and trees to help their patients’ state of mind and speed the healing process. (Check out Tree People’s impressive list of the Top 22 Benefits of Trees.)…
Read MoreThe Value of earning an ISA Certfication
By now we hope you have read why hiring an arborist is important for the longevity of your trees. Proper tree care is an investment that can lead to substantial returns. Well-cared-for trees are attractive and can add considerable value to your property. In addition, healthy trees filter rain water to protect watersheds, absorb harmful…
Read MoreWhy Hire an Arborist?
What is an arborist? Let’s start with the definition first: Arborists are individuals trained in the science of caring for and maintaining trees. Qualified arborists should be certified by the International Society of Arboriculture. Why should I hire one? Trees are alive, just like us, and provide natural harmony in an urban environment. They require…
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Enhance Your Landscape with the Western Redbud
The Western Redbud, native to regions including California, Arizona, and Utah, is an exceptional addition to any Bay Area landscape. This versatile species can flourish as either a large deciduous shrub or a tree with a single or multiple trunks. Capable of reaching heights up to 20 feet and spreading 15 feet wide, the Western…
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